Garlicky Shrimp-Cilantro Tacos (Tacos De Camarones

Name: Garlicky Shrimp-Cilantro Tacos (Tacos De Camarones Al Mojo De Aj
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup vegetable oil; 1 lb white onion, peeled and thinly sliced; 2 -3 serrano chilies, stemmed, seeded, and thinly sliced; 4 tablespoons butter; 3 tablespoons finely chopped garlic; 2 1/2 lbs shrimp, peeled, deveined, and halved lengthwise (21-25 per lb.); 1 cup coarsely chopped fresh cilantro; kosher salt; 16 corn tortillas, warmed; 2 limes, cut into wedges

Servings: persons

1
Heat oil in a large frying pan over high heat. Add onions and chilies and cook, stirring frequently, until onions are lightly browned, about 10 minutes. Pour vegetables into a bowl and set aside.
2
Melt butter in same frying pan over medium-high heat, add garlic, and stir until sizzling, about 1 minute.
3
Add half of shrimp to pan. Stir until shrimp are bright pink and no longer wet looking in thickest part (cut to test), about 3-5 minutes; transfer shrimp to bowl with reserved vegetables.
4
Add remaining shrimp to pan and cook as above, then return cooked shrimp and vegetables to a pan and stir everything together until hot, 2 to 3 minutes. Add cilantro and salt to taste.
5
Serve shrimp in a large bowl with tortillas accompanied by lime wedges to squeeze over the top.

949

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup vegetable oil, 1 lb white onion, peeled and thinly sliced, 2 -3 serrano chilies, stemmed, seeded, and thinly sliced, 4 tablespoons butter, and more.

Yes, Garlicky Shrimp-Cilantro Tacos (Tacos De Camarones Al Mojo De Aj falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Garlicky Shrimp-Cilantro Tacos (Tacos De Camarones Al Mojo De Aj

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